News Ingredient from hair strengthens teeth, study found Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X A new solution made from hair could strengthen teeth better than fluoride, researchers found. (AP file photo) By Karl HillePUBLISHED: November 11, 2025 at 3:57 PM EST | UPDATED: November 11, 2025 at 4:25 PM ESTResearchers from King's College London found that a water-based solution including the protein keratin, found in hair and skin, can repair and protect tooth enamel, forming a mineralized layer that halts decay. Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? To log in, click here. Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X RevContent Feed